Job Description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

07

The Team: 451 Research’s M&A Knowledgebase (MAKB) is the mergers and acquisitions database of 451 Research. 451 Research is a team of analysts focused on emerging and disruptive technologies and was acquired by S&P Global Market Intelligence in December 2019. The 451 MAKB team is seeking a detail-oriented and highly curious researcher to gather and process data and insight related to acquisition and funding of technology companies.

The Impact:

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wishes to deepen his or her experience in finance/M&A and learn about the technology industry while working in a rapidly growing and client-facing division. In this role, you will be contributing to a highly popular M&A database used by 80% of active technology investment bankers and by many of the most active technology acquirers.

As a Data Researcher, you will support the expansion, integrity and comprehensiveness of the database by utilizing external online research sources such as press releases, newswires, company websites and government & regulatory documents and internal sources to include, but not limited to, 451 analyst reports, CapIQ and Market Intelligence to collect, summarize, and synthesize meaningful information and enter it into the MAKB.

What’s in it for you:

The position offers tremendous potential for a person to learn about technology markets, startups, venture funding and mergers and acquisitions - and the ideal candidate would have a high degree of curiosity about these areas. The candidate should also have excellent interpersonal and online research skills, good writing skills and ability to write crisp and clear summaries of companies and their products and process transaction data.

• You will work on a close-knit and positive global team
• You will be working and contributing to a premium product, highly valued by clients
• You will gain valuable insight on emerging technology and M&A trends
• You will have room for advancement and personal development.

Responsibilities:

• Process data and apply it in an accurate manner to the database using 451 Research standards
• Source and validate announced transactions for determination of coverage from data derived from multiple sources
• Good understanding of public and private company financial data
• Deliver on pre-defined daily deal entry deadlines for newsletter publishing with quality and

efficiency

• Build industry knowledge by understanding industry technology and M&A trends
• Provides input and ideas for new and optimized methods and improvements related to the daily

workflow

• Troubleshoot problems or issues and provide support to the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of organization and self-direction
• Excellent online research capabilities
• Excellent written communications skills
• Strong desire to learn more about technology and finance
• Should be willing to work in rotational and later shifts as you will be working with a team also

located in the United States

Basic Qualifications:

• Academic Qualifications – Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or equivalent; an advanced degree in a

related field is welcome

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience related to technology and/or finance research is a plus
• Proficiency in using MS Office, PathFinder and Celsus is helpful

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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